The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) , NIH is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director, Office of Mission Integration and Financial Management. This is a career Federal position in the Senior Executive Service. As part of the SES at NIH, you will be among a group of highly skilled executives, contributing to one of the most important missions in the Federal government: to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.
Summary
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) , NIH is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director, Office of Mission Integration and Financial Management. This is a career Federal position in the Senior Executive Service. As part of the SES at NIH, you will be among a group of highly skilled executives, contributing to one of the most important missions in the Federal government: to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.
Applications will be accepted from all qualified current Federal civil service employees. Current SES employees, SES reinstatement eligibles outside the civil service, and SES CDP graduates must apply to be considered for this position.
The Director, OMIFM leads and oversees the design, establishment, and maintenance of an integrated financial management system for NIAID. The Director, OMIFM reports to the Deputy Director for Science Management and offers a unique and exciting opportunity to be the primary advisor to the Director and senior staff on NIAID's financial issues. The Director, OMIFM will utilize budgeting, accounting and managerial-financial data that considers actual program performance in relation to planned objectives and resources, as well as financial plans for future program activities, in advising Institute leadership on fundamental financial elements of program development, execution and evaluation. Provides overall leadership and coordination for all aspects of budget analysis and financial management for NIAID appropriated and non-appropriated funds and for the development of broad NIAID-wide budgetary plans, policies, procedures, and systems to implement OMB, HHS, and/or NIH financial management directives. Directs large number of very broad, highly complex analyses of NIAID's national and global operations and resource use to identify and forecast the Institute's long-term critical resource requirements. Such analyses include weighing priorities and assessing available resources of competing national research programs for potential realignment of critical resources; translating broad research agendas into critical future resource requirements; and developing long range plans that are executable at the programmatic mission level. Through subordinate supervisors and team leaders, plans, organizes, manages, and provides executive oversight and leadership for all activities within the OMIFM comprised of a diverse staff of 37 professionals engaged in financial and human capital asset management.
Position is subject to a background investigation.
This position requires completion of a public financial disclosure report.
Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:The NIAID, NIH seeks candidates who have a commitment to excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking necessary to lead a dynamic and diverse organization. All competitive candidates for SES positions with the Federal Government must demonstrate leadership experience indicative of senior executive level management capability. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, applicants must meet the requirements for the GS-0505 series (GS-14/15 or equivalent) as defined by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Standards Manual for General Schedule Positions which is available at: OPM Qualifications Standards GS-0505 Website and demonstrate in your five (5) page resume that you possess the Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs) listed below. It is recommended that your resume emphasize levels of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments and results.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs) (Mandatory for Selectee):If selected, you MUST submit a narrative statement in response to each of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below. It is STRONGLY recommended that you visit the following Office of Personnel Management (OPM) webpage for more information regarding the Fundamental Competencies and how to write your ECQs. Candidates must possess experience at the senior level (GS-14/15 level or equivalent) in the following job-specific Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs). The PTQs measure technical expertise required by this position and must be addressed individually in narrative form in your submission.
PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PTQs) (Mandatory):Your responses to the below PTQs must be incorporated into your five (5) page resume. It is recommended that the corresponding PTQs are annotated in parenthesis. Separate PTQ narratives will not be accepted or considered.
1. Ability to provide executive leadership and direction of financial management to include financial and human capital asset management; mission planning and integration; program planning and implementation and budget policy development and analysis in a multi-million dollar scientific or comparable organization (pharmaceutical firm, academia, or other research organizations).
2. Ability to effectively organize and manage a large organization including establishing objectives for both financial integrity and customer satisfaction and promoting a culture of sensitivity, teamwork and maintaining a workforce that advances diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
3. Experience in advising senior leadership/management related to an organization's financial management matters and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex issues affecting an organization.
4. Demonstrated comprehensive experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, on complex budget policy and financial issues while building strong working relationships among people and organizations with diverse opinions.
Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee*: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you been or are you currently an employee in the Executive Branch serving on a political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointment? If yes, and you are selected through this vacancy announcement, you may be required to obtain approval by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prior to beginning employment. (If you have this experience, please include within your 5-page resume)*A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
NIH is located in Bethesda, MD; our campus is adjacent to downtown Bethesda, MD, at the Medical Center Metro station, and close to shops, walking trails, and restaurants.
Travel and Transportation expenses may be authorized in accordance with applicable Federal Travel Regulations governing the relocation of current Federal employees and new appointees.
A one-year probationary period must be served by the individual selected if not currently or previously in the career Senior Executive Service.
Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the DHHS within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at DHHS. However, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply directly to the vacancy of interest and not rely on this possibility as a means of securing employment.
Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure: The National Institutes of Health inspires public confidence in our science by maintaining high ethical principles. NIH employees are subject to Federal government-wide regulations and statutes as well as agency-specific regulations described at the NIH Ethics website. We encourage you to review this information. This position requires the incumbent to complete a public financial disclosure report prior to the effective date of the appointment.
Financial Suitability: It is the policy of the government not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual. Information about an individual's employment experience will be used only to determine the person's qualifications and to assess his or her relative level of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Although an individual's personal conduct may be relevant in any employment decision, including conduct during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters, financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not itself be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination.
Equal Opportunity Employment: Equality is held as one of the most important values here at NIH. Selection for this, and any other position, will be based solely on merit. NIH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, politics, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age or membership or non-membership in an employee organization. If you are a hearing impaired individual seeking assistance with the application process, you may contact the Human Resources Specialist listed in this announcement by phoning a relay operator at 711. For additional information see Maryland Relay.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly: NIH Reasonable Accommodations Website. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants:
Minimum requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including the education and/or experience required for this position. You may be found 'not qualified' if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible.
Rating: A panel of Senior Executives will review your application and evaluate your qualification for this position based on the information in your application. Your application will be rated, based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of this position. Interviews will be at the discretion of the panel and/or selection official.
Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selection official for consideration and possible interview.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Your application, regardless of the format, must describe your job-related qualifications pertinent to this position. The announcement number must be entered on the first page of your application. Please submit your application package to the following email address: seniorre@od.nih.gov REQUIRED: Five (5) page resume that contains your full name and contact information and addresses the PTQs listed under Qualifications. Your resume should not exceed the five (5) page limit, only the first five (5) pages of your resume will be reviewed.
In addition to your five (5) page resume, please include a one (1) page narrative statement indicating how you have promoted equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and describe your mentoring and outreach activities, especially those involving women, persons with disabilities and persons from racial/ethnic or other underrepresented groups. Separate PTQ narratives will not be accepted or considered. It is recommended that the corresponding PTQs are annotated in parenthesis within your five (5) page resume. Resumes that exceed (5) pages may not be considered.
Do not include your date of birth or Social Security Number on application materials.Current federal civil service employees must submit a copy of their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) showing your position, title, series, grade, and eligibility.
If you are a current or former SES employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) showing your position, title, series, grade, and eligibility. If you are a current or former SES, you must submit a copy of your SF-50 showing your completion of the SES probationary period. If you are an SES Candidate Development Program Candidate and your ECQs have been certified by OPM, please provide certificate/document indicating OPM approval. Public Health Service Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of the position within the Commissioned Corps may submit an application package to the email address listed under "How to Apply".
Selective Service: As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
Applicants must submit application materials ELECTRONICALLY by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to the following email address: seniorre@od.nih.gov
National Institutes of Health
6701 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, MD 20892
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Next steps
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
See "How You Will Be Evaluated"
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Your application, regardless of the format, must describe your job-related qualifications pertinent to this position. The announcement number must be entered on the first page of your application. Please submit your application package to the following email address: seniorre@od.nih.gov REQUIRED: Five (5) page resume that contains your full name and contact information and addresses the PTQs listed under Qualifications. Your resume should not exceed the five (5) page limit, only the first five (5) pages of your resume will be reviewed.
In addition to your five (5) page resume, please include a one (1) page narrative statement indicating how you have promoted equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and describe your mentoring and outreach activities, especially those involving women, persons with disabilities and persons from racial/ethnic or other underrepresented groups. Separate PTQ narratives will not be accepted or considered. It is recommended that the corresponding PTQs are annotated in parenthesis within your five (5) page resume. Resumes that exceed (5) pages may not be considered.
Do not include your date of birth or Social Security Number on application materials.Current federal civil service employees must submit a copy of their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) showing your position, title, series, grade, and eligibility.
If you are a current or former SES employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) showing your position, title, series, grade, and eligibility. If you are a current or former SES, you must submit a copy of your SF-50 showing your completion of the SES probationary period. If you are an SES Candidate Development Program Candidate and your ECQs have been certified by OPM, please provide certificate/document indicating OPM approval. Public Health Service Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of the position within the Commissioned Corps may submit an application package to the email address listed under "How to Apply".
Selective Service: As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
Applicants must submit application materials ELECTRONICALLY by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to the following email address: seniorre@od.nih.gov
National Institutes of Health
6701 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, MD 20892
US
Next steps
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
See "How You Will Be Evaluated"
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
